2001 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A2 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |