2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 1 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |