2011 Chrysler Delta vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler Delta | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Delta | Discovery |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |