2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 957 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | XT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 60 L |
