2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 8 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. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1845 mm |
