2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Ford Ecosport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ecosport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ecosport would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP) has 443 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ecosport. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ecosport.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ecosport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ecosport has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ecosport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4783 mm | 4228 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2743 mm | 2490 mm |
