2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
