2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Galaxy | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Galaxy | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |