1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
