2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3628 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
