1996 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 338 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 1996 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A8 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
