2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (362 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |