2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry 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 161 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 667 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1415 kg |