1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 220 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano.
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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |