1999 Ford O21 C 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 O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C 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 O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1999 Ford O21 C. 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 O21 C. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | O21 C | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 86 L |
