2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Freelander | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
