2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | Discovery 3 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |