1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
