1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Scion xB
To start off, 2010 Scion xB is newer by 11 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xB.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion xB. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xB. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2010 Scion xB has manual transmission. 2010 Scion xB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Scion xB | |
| Make | Land Rover | Scion |
| Model | Discovery | xB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |
