2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 552 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |