2009 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2009 Audi S3. 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 Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |