2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (529 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Infiniti | Land Rover |
| Model | QX56 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 22.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |
