2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2003 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Voyager | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
