2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (100 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
