2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Maverick | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Maverick | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 341 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2020 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |