2003 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Vitara | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3250 mm |
