2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 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 1076 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Speed 12 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 | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
