2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 944. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 682 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 944. (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 944. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
