1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 11 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
