2004 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 127 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |