2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Cavalier | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 30 L |