2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 752 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover | Kuga |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 53 L |