2004 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Altima | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
