2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
