1996 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 746 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 86 L |