2004 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus 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 142 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus. 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) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taurus | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 425 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |