2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona 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 221 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. 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 1996 Proton Persona. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1996 Proton Persona 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 | 1996 Proton Persona | |
Make | Land Rover | Proton |
Model | Discovery | Persona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |