1998 Audi AL2 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi AL2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2. 1998 Audi AL2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Audi AL2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | AL2 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
