2007 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4356 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
