2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 453 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |