2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 12 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Outlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |