2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 670 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
