2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR4. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1378 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR4. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Marcos | Land Rover |
Model | TSO | LR4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 375 HP |
Torque | 534 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2885 mm |