2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, both 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2001 Toyota BB were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB. 2001 Toyota BB has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota BB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | BB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
