1999 Rover 800 vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 1999 Rover 800 and 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1999 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 800 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |