1994 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Orion | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
