2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 154 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.

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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Land Rover Discovery 2006 Saturn Vue
Make Land Rover Saturn
Model Discovery Vue
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4556 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 217 HP 250 HP
Torque 407 Nm 329 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1946 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 61 L


 

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