2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 915 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 2005 Hyundai Coupe has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Coupe | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |