1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 762 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90.
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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. 2006 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
