2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,195 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 (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima. 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 2000 Nissan Maxima. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |