2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Urban Explorer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 731 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Urban Explorer | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |