1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
Model | Discovery | MKS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |