2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Land Rover Range Rover and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Range Rover 2005 Ford Focus
Make Land Rover Ford
Model Range Rover Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4392 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 99 HP
Torque 441 Nm 145 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2440 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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