2005 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4356 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2662 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |