2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJ220 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
