2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |