2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 3 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 425 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Land Rover | Infiniti |
| Model | Discovery | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
