2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 759 kg more than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2008 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | S-Max | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
