1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 807 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |