1996 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 391 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
