2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos 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:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Neos | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
