1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 16 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 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 843 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | T5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3410 mm |