2008 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.

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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A3 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 510 HP
Torque 320 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2638 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1783 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 88 L


 

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