2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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 Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Ranger | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Ranger | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |