2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Range Rover Sport | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |