2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Discovery | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 44 L |