1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Discovery | Superb |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |