2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Sentra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
