1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Dardo | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |