2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2008 Land Rover Discovery and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
Model | Discovery | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |