2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |