2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
