1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 745 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Porsche Boxster 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. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |