1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 12 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
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 MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Lincoln MKZ 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. 2009 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Discovery | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 2090 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
