2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra 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 117 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. 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 2000 Opel Vectra. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
