2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |