1999 Ford Tracer vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1592 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Tracer | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
