2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 89 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Honda CR-V 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 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
