2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 50 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
