1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Roadmaster | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |