2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. 2003 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Intrepid | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Intrepid | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |