1997 Ford Versailles vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Versailles | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Versailles | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |