2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 228 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
