2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 668 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |