2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
