1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
