2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |