1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 982 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
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 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 GMC Typhoon | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Typhoon | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |