2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1655 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Subaru R2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
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2003 Subaru R2 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Subaru | Land Rover |
Model | R2 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 88 L |