2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4

To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 892 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger 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:

2007 Ford Ranger 2012 Land Rover LR4
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Ranger LR4
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 158 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.3 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 2548 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4829 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1882 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 86 L


 

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