2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 963 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | Range Rover | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
