Head to head
Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) vs Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
The Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) is a seven-seat 4x4. The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a classic 1950s-60s rolls-royce saloon car, hired mainly for weddings.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) | Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 4 passengers plus chauffeur |
| D300 engine | 3.0 litre, 300hp diesel, all-wheel drive, automatic | - |
| Boot volume | 258 litres (all seats up) to 2406 litres (all seats down) | - |
| Engine | - | 4.9-litre straight-six (155bhp on early cars) |
| Body style | - | Saloon |
| Production era | - | 1955-1966 |
Sources: Land Rover Discovery (5th generation), Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Discovery (5th generation) if...
Land Rover's do-it-all seven-seat SUV, used by specialist hire firms for family trips, towing and rough-ground work alike. The D300 R-Dynamic HSE tested here is a well-equipped mid-range diesel spec.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Buy or hire the Silver Cloud if...
A classic Rolls-Royce saloon hired with a chauffeur for weddings and other formal occasions. Its imposing size and period looks are the main draw rather than outright performance, which is modest by modern standards.
Listed by
- D.H.CULLEN Car Hire Specialists - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) and the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud?
The Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) is a seven-seat 4x4; the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a classic 1950s-60s Rolls-Royce saloon car, hired mainly for weddings.
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