2008 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escape | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 86 L |