2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Discovery | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |
