2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 431 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |
