2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 770 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A8 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
