2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 597 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |