1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 10 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Scenic. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Scenic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |