1999 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
