2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 684 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Defender | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2992 mm |