2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 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 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Discovery | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |