1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Econoline | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |