1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Suburban | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |