2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 810 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3505 mm |
