2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. Both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 1999 Land Rover Discovery are equipped with a 2,495 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar X-Type | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | X-Type | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |