1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | F-150 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
