1998 Honda SSM vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda SSM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda SSM would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda SSM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda SSM. (286 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda SSM. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda SSM has manual transmission. 1998 Honda SSM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda SSM | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | SSM | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3200 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
