2005 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |