2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (261 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |