1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Ford Ecosport
To start off, 2010 Ford Ecosport is newer by 14 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ecosport. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ecosport.
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. 2010 Ford Ecosport 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. 2010 Ford Ecosport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 143 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4228 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
