2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 2186 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2004 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Ariel | Land Rover |
| Model | Atom | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2885 mm |
