2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix 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) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Discovery 3 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |