2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Expedition | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 425 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |