2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 would be higher. Both 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 and 2008 Land Rover Discovery are equipped with a 4,394 cc engine.

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, both vehicles can yield 425 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Land Rover Land Rover
Model Discovery 3 Discovery
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4394 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 0 HP
Torque 425 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1890 mm


 

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