2008 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3101 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |