2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Volvo V50
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 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 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 10 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 638 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. 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 2003 Volvo V50. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
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2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |