1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
