2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1996 Pontiac GPX
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac GPX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac GPX 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 146 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac GPX. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac GPX.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac GPX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 1996 Pontiac GPX (454 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (425 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac GPX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1996 Pontiac GPX | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Discovery 3 | GPX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |