1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 487 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2.
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 RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi RS2 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | RS2 | Defender |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |