1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 755 kg more than 2007 Opel GT.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Opel GT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
