2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 134 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi ASX has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | ASX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
