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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 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, 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1400 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 | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |