2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Defender | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |