2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Volvo S60
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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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 1093 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |