2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 928 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 (441 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
