1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 14 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 557 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fusion. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Discovery | Fusion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1643 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |