2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi RS6 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | RS6 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4991 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 572 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |