2003 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 543 kg more than 2003 Suzuki 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Suzuki Vitara | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Vitara | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |