2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
