2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Ford Windstar
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Windstar would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Windstar (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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.
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2005 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Ford Windstar | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Defender | Windstar |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5103 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3066 mm |