2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 80 L |
