2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |