2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 477 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Defender | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |