2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 868 kg more than 2010 Scion xD. 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 2010 Scion xD. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Land Rover | Scion |
| Model | Discovery | xD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2461 mm |
