2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe 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 1470 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Smart |
| Model | Discovery | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 33 L |
