2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Subaru XT has manual transmission. 1985 Subaru XT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1985 Subaru XT | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover | XT |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |