2010 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 529 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Explorer | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2061 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |