2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |