2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 MCC Smart
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 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. 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 1455 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Land Rover | MCC |
| Model | Discovery | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 21.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 22 L |
