2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery and 1999 Land Rover Discovery are equipped with a 2,495 cc engine.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Discovery | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
