2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Holden Calais

To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Calais.

Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2012 Holden Calais
Make Land Rover Holden
Model Range Rover Sport Calais
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 510 HP 278 HP
Torque 624 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors


 

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