2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | LR2 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3122 mm |
