2004 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
