1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
