2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 408 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.

Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Land Rover Discovery 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Land Rover Lotec
Model Discovery Testa de Oro
Year Released 2004 1997
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3947 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 182 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2058 kg 1650 kg


 

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