2000 Peugeot Partner vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot Partner | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | Partner | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
