2005 Acura EL vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Acura EL.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | EL | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
