1998 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1998 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |