1997 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (160 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Defender |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3230 mm |