2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 864 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
