2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 116 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
