2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 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 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |