2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |