2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Hardbody | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1315 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
