2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
