2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT.
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 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Discovery 3 | XT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
