2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. 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 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Range Rover | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
