2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | F-450 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2550 mm |