2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Focus Discovery
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 0 HP
Torque 184 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2494 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 82 L