2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Voyager | Discovery |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |