2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. 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 2009 Renault Twingo. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |
