2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Suzuki 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Vitara | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |