2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-150 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | F-150 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |