2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 362 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranger | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
