1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | Ka |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
