2008 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S4 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2498 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |