1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 9 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 318 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Eos |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |