2008 Audi R8 vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | R8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
