2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
