1998 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A6 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
