1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Vector M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Vector M12.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Vector M12 | |
Make | Land Rover | Vector |
Model | Discovery | M12 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |