2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover | Spark |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
