2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
