2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Optra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
