2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 2123 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
