1996 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 950 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2000 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, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |