2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 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 2,491 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
