2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1740 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Suzuki |
| Model | Corniche | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
