2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 8 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Discovery | A1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 34 L |
