2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 114 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
