2007 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 418 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2004 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |