2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |
