2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
