2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 310 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
