1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 2011 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Discovery | Explorer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |