2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Vector M12
To start off, 2004 Vector M12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Vector M12.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vector |
| Model | Discovery | M12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
