2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Pacifica | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
