1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2525 mm |
