2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |