2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche (739 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Range Rover | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 739 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 100 L |
