1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser. 2004 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
