2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 438 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 Infiniti QX56. 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 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Land Rover | Infiniti |
Model | Discovery | QX56 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 559 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3076 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 | 98 L |