2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, both 2008 Ford S-Max and 2008 Land Rover Range Rover were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max. 2008 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | S-Max | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| 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 | 2717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
