2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
