1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Indigo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
