2006 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3950 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
