2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris

To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Toyota Yaris
Make Suzuki Toyota
Model Grand Vitara Yaris
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 66.7 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 155 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 45 L


 

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