2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 437 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4197 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 104 L |