2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |