2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,394 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 1150 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (425 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 79 L |
