2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
