1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 8 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 915 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Discovery | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
