2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Vitara | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
