2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP) has 293 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF 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 123 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XF.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XF. 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 Jaguar XF (624 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | Discovery | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
