2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Land Rover Range Rover 2001 Land Rover Discovery
Make Land Rover Land Rover
Model Range Rover Discovery
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2515 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2200 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2550 mm