2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 745 kg more than 2010 Lancia Delta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lancia Delta. 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lancia |
| Model | Discovery | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |
