1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 395 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |