2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Wrangler | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 425 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |