1993 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1993 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Eagle Summit weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Eagle Summit | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Eagle | Suzuki |
| Model | Summit | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
