2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline 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 34 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 617 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Skyline. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
