1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Discovery | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
