2001 Mini One vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | One | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
