2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | Q7 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
