1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | 911 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |