2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 1270 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Discovery | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 41 L |
