2004 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand 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, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Aviator | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
