2006 Lexus GX vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 492 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | GX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 30 L |
