2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 101 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
