2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 86 L |