1996 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volkswagen Jetta | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | Jetta | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |