2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 27 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | Avalon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |