1994 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |