2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand 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 Subaru Outback (339 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Outback | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Outback | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |