2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A3 Discovery
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2495 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 0 HP
Torque 250 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 182 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 15.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 93 L


 

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