2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Discovery | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |