1996 Honda Today vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Honda Suzuki
Model Today Grand Vitara
Year Released 1996 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 220 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1790 mm


 

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