2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | F430 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |