2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
