2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. 2005 Lincoln Aviator has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Aviator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Discovery | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
