2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 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 81 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. 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 2008 Renault Scenic. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Scenic 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 2008 Renault Scenic
Make Land Rover Renault
Model Discovery Scenic
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 341 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2690 mm


 

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