2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |