1996 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1574 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 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Defender |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |