2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1147 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 3630 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |