2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 8 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 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 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Routan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |