2002 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 769 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Focus 1995 Land Rover Discovery
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Focus Discovery
Year Released 2002 1995
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 1963 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2550 mm


 

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