1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
