2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2003 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mondeo 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Mondeo Range Rover
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.7 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 2515 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2890 mm