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 |