1998 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (556 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (340 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A8 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A8 Range Rover Evoque
Year Released 1998 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 242 HP
Torque 556 Nm 340 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4356 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1605 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2662 mm