2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. 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 (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Acura CL | |
Make | Land Rover | Acura |
Model | Discovery | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |