2009 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 2,494 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 730 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A5 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
