2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (247 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 487 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
