2005 Ford Lynx vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Ford Lynx is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Lynx has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Lynx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Lynx | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Lynx | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
