2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
Model | Range Rover | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |