1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 486 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
