2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
