2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
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 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 69 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 783 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |