2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
