1996 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |