2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 830 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Land Rover Discovery 2007 Toyota Corolla
Make Land Rover Toyota
Model Discovery Corolla
Year Released 2001 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 341 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2610 mm


 

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