2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2012 Audi A7.
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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2012 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | LR3 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
