2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 151 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Discovery 3 | Alero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |