2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |
