1994 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 905 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1994 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Suzuki Vitara 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make Suzuki Toyota
Model Vitara Tundra
Year Released 1994 2000
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3270 mm


 

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