2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1992 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | XT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
