2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 110 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.

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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 1999 Land Rover Discovery
Make Land Rover Land Rover
Model Discovery 3 Discovery
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4394 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 291 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1830 mm


 

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