1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Spirit | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
