2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Pride Wagon | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |