2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.

Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2006 Land Rover Discovery
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A3 Discovery
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1947 cc 2720 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 187 HP
Torque 280 Nm 440 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 234 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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