1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Land Rover | Acura |
Model | Discovery | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |