2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
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 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 3,950 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 798 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
