2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A4 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
