2004 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | MDX | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |