2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | F-250 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4394 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 86 L |