2005 MCC Crossblade vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1456 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MCC Crossblade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Crossblade has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Crossblade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Crossblade | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | MCC | Land Rover |
| Model | Crossblade | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2550 mm |
