2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 888 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | LR3 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
