2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1714 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1994 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |