2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Ford Ranger. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Ranger.
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. 1992 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Defender | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
