2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |