2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL 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 520 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Land Rover | Acura |
Model | Discovery | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |