2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
