2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
