2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 449 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon.

Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chrysler Neon 2004 Land Rover Discovery
Make Chrysler Land Rover
Model Neon Discovery
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 3947 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 253 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1609 kg 2058 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2550 mm


 

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