1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Condor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
