1996 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |