2006 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |