2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ferrari |
| Model | LR3 | California |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
