1998 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1998 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |