2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Z. 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 (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
