2002 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 449 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1956 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
