2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 756 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Land Rover | Honda |
| Model | Discovery | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1320 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 30 L |
