2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | R-D6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
