2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 631 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Explorer | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |