1999 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 966 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. 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 Escort. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Escort | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |