2005 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |