1998 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. Both 1998 Suzuki Vitara and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Vitara | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
