2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranger | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
