2008 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
