2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 216 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A6 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
