2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |