2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 900 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 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 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Discovery | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |