1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Tracer | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
