2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | 968 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 74 L |