2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Falcon | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
