1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand 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 (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3270 mm |