2001 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fit | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
