2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
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 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (64 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
