2005 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
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 S8 (450 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S8 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
