1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ and 1999 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
