2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Steyr G-series. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Steyr G-series weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Steyr G-series. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Land Rover | Steyr |
| Model | Discovery | G-series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
