2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 188 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 256 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |