2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Durango | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |