2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 873 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
