2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 10 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi ASX has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Mitsubishi ASX | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | ASX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |