1997 Ford Versailles vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Versailles | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Versailles | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |