2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 487 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover | Flex |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |