1997 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Audi A4 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 105 L |