1996 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 14 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 796 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 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3. 2010 Land Rover LR2 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. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
