2005 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Land Rover LR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR2.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2012 Land Rover LR2
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A8 LR2
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3934 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1908 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2659 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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