2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Almera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2737 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
