1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 145 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 2002 Toyota Solara. 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara 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 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Solara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |