2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Freestyle | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |