2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
