2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Land Rover Defender were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Q7 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1870 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |