2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Suzuki 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
