2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 5 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 600 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Land Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Discovery | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
