2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 530 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
