2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. 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 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Durango 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 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
Model | Discovery | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 360 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 528 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |