2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 979 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Focus | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |