2006 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 1 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 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Territory | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
