2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 802 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
