2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V 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) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
