1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 2005 Toyota MR2. 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |