2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 2039 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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 1998 Lotus Emme. 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 (641 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Emme has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Emme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Emme |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
