2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Range Rover | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
