2002 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | VehiCross | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2639 mm |
