2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1582 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |