2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |