2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Xedos |
Model | Range Rover | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2620 mm |