1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 965 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Wrangler | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3964 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |