2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1997 Renault Helem
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Helem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Helem would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Helem (510 HP) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (291 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Helem should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Helem. 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Helem. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Helem.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1997 Renault Helem | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Helem |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
