2003 Honda Z vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 694 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Z | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
