2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 380 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |