1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 455 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Range Rover | R8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
