2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |