1999 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |