2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP) has 283 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |
