2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |