1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
