2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 765 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3075 mm |
