2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 170 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | RPM 7000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |