1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Lumina | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 93 L |