2006 Ford Ecosport vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ecosport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ecosport would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP) has 308 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ecosport. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ecosport.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ecosport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ecosport has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ecosport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ecosport | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ecosport | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 375 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4228 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2885 mm |
