2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | XR 8 Xplod | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2117 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 93 L |