2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 999 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Polo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3946 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
