1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Scorpio | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
