1998 Audi AL2 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1741 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 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 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | AL2 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
