2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 946 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Falcon | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | LR3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |