2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1068 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1268 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Land Rover | SSC |
Model | Range Rover | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2667 mm |