2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
