2000 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 1 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1010 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | V | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
