1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Venturi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
