1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 268 kg more than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Discovery | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3520 mm |
