2005 Audi S6 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 S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 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 | 1760 kg | 2175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
