1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I. 2002 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Land Rover | Infiniti |
Model | Discovery | I |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |