2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Statesman | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |