2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 723 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa. 2009 Nissan Versa has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Versa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
