2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR3.

Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460. 2011 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford ST 460 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford ST 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford ST 460 2011 Land Rover LR3
Make Ford Land Rover
Model ST 460 LR3
Year Released 2000 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 460 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 316 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats