1999 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 795 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | X-Trail | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
