1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 15 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 336 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain. 2011 GMC Terrain 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. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Land Rover | GMC |
Model | Discovery | Terrain |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2858 mm |