2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Vamos | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
