2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Nissan Altima

To start off, both 2002 Land Rover Range Rover and 2002 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Land Rover Range Rover 2002 Nissan Altima
Make Land Rover Nissan
Model Range Rover Altima
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3505 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 247 HP
Torque 439 Nm 338 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2440 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2810 mm


 

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