2007 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |