1997 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A6 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
