2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1804 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Steppenwolf has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Steppenwolf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Steppenwolf | Discovery |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 425 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |