2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 611 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Discovery | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 198 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2045 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |