2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
