2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
