2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 986 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Land Rover Discovery 2006 Smart ForFour
Make Land Rover Smart
Model Discovery ForFour
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4556 cc 1467 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 175 HP
Torque 407 Nm 230 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 84.8 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2076 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 50 L


 

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