2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Ford Windstar
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Windstar would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Ford Windstar. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Ford Windstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | Windstar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
