1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Metro | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
