2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 2006 Mini Cooper. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | Discovery | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
