2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Discovery | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
