1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Equator |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |