2001 Suzuki Covie vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Covie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Covie | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Covie | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2950 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
