2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1582 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | F-350 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 86 L |