2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima 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 (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 (550 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
