2001 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Cirrus 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 123 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 869 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. 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 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. 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) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (231 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Cirrus | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
