2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1349 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Sportwagon | Discovery |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |