2003 Ford Model U vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Ford Model U is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Model U | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
