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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2976 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 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 |
