2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 948 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |