2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |