1994 Ford Probe vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki 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, 1994 Ford Probe (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Probe | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Probe | Vitara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |