2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1870 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |