2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki X90 has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki X90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | X90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |