2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1999 Suzuki 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Range Rover | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |