2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
