2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | Metro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 36 L |
