2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 4 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Hilux |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3090 mm |