2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.

Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.

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