2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |