1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
