2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion and 2006 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fusion | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |