2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A4 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
