2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 101 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Discovery | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
