2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
