2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 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 986 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V. 1998 Honda CR-V 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. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Land Rover | Honda |
Model | Discovery | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |