2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
Model | Defender | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |