2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
