1996 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 922 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A4 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
