2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki X90 would be higher. Both 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 1997 Suzuki X90 are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | X90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
