2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
