2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 262 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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 (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
