2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega 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 467 kg more than 2003 Opel Omega.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Omega. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
