2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
