2005 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S8 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S8 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2548 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |