2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Acura SLX
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura SLX would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Acura SLX. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1998 Acura SLX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Acura SLX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | SLX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
