1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | E-Type | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
