2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |