2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |