2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki 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 89 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki 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 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |