2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Vitara | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
