2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Discovery | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
