1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1070 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Suzuki Vitara | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Vitara | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2430 kg |