2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. 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 Holden Zafira. 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 (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Zafira 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:
2004 Holden Zafira | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Zafira | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |