2012 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, both 2012 Audi A3 and 2012 Land Rover LR2 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
