2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL 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 168 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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 1997 Acura EL. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL 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 | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Land Rover | Acura |
Model | Discovery | EL |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |