2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 575 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lincoln MKT. 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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKT. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKT. 2013 Lincoln MKT has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Discovery | MKT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
