1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2002 Toyota Will

To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Will weights approximately 100 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.

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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Suzuki Vitara 2002 Toyota Will
Make Suzuki Toyota
Model Vitara Will
Year Released 1996 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1460 kg


 

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