2000 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
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 S8 (583 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S8 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
