2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Voyager | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |