2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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 856 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |