1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 950 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
