1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 12 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Skoda Superb. 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 2008 Skoda Superb. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Superb. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Discovery | Superb |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |