2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1534 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |