1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (163 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2613 mm |
