1996 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |