2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 921 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | LR3 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 292 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |