2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Kubang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Kubang would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 385 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Kubang. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Kubang. 2003 Maserati Kubang has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Kubang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Kubang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |