2004 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 612 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Insight | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |