2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Explorer Range Rover
Year Released 2005 1994
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2750 mm


 

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