2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (161 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. 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 Renault Grand Scenic. 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) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic 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 | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
