2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2009 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |