2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 472 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 240 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 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Carrera GT | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
