2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 321 kg more than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Urban Explorer 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Urban Explorer Range Rover
Year Released 2001 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 320 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2750 mm


 

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