1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S-MX | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S-MX | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |