2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Explorer | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | LR2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 317 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |