2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF 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 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | Discovery | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2908 mm |
