2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Audi Avantissimo.
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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | Avantissimo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
