1999 Honda City 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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | City | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |