2004 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
