2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
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 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 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 1220 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
