2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 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, both vehicles can yield 187 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Land Rover Discovery
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A4 Discovery
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 228 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 82 L


 

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