1999 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
