2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 518 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic.
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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
