2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Discovery | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
