1996 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 915 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 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |