2003 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Suzuki Vitara | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Vitara | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
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 |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |