1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
