2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 938 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.
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 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Vitara | X670 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2815 mm |
