2001 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 93 L |