2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 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 110 kg more than 2010 Alpina B7.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B7. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B7 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 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Alpina |
| Model | Discovery | B7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |
