1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Expedition | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
