2006 Ford S-Max vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Ford S-Max.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2006 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford S-Max | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | S-Max | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |