2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 584 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi RS6 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | RS6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |