2007 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 104 L |