2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. Both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2007 Land Rover LR3 are equipped with a 4,015 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer.
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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | LR3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |