2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1592 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 2003 Rover City. 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City 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.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Range Rover | City |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |