2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
