2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 272 kg more than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 94 L |
