2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1997 Venturi 400
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 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (385 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 248 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi 400. (520 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Venturi |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
