2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
| Model | 911 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2745 mm |
