2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane 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 120 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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 1999 Renault Megane. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |