2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2009 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Galaxy | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
