2008 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Escape | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 93 L |
