2004 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Statesman | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |