2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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 2004 Marcos TS. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Marcos TS | |
Make | Land Rover | Marcos |
Model | Discovery | TS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |