2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 13 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 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
