2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 785 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Statesman | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |