1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Bigua | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
