2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 996 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
