2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |