2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
