2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | LR3 | R8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |