2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 287 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |