2002 Honda Saber 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 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 25 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.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Saber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Saber | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
