2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 3 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
