2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | GTD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
