2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 290 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 45 L |