1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 16 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 2011 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | Matrix |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |