1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | W 111 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
