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 2,495 cc, 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 1155 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
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 | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |