2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Discovery | Flex |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |