2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 606 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
