2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (100 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fiesta | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |