2002 Audi S3 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S3 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
