2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 980 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2008 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fusion | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |