2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Carrera GT | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
