2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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 (439 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2009 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fiesta | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 204 Nm | 439 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |