2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 542 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Discovery | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
