2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1968 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Swift |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |