2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 659 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Suzuki Vitara | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Vitara | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3250 mm |