1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 234 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
