2004 Hummer H1 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H1 (205 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Hummer H1 (597 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H1 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Hummer | Land Rover |
| Model | H1 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6504 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3272 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
