2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 457 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
