2008 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |