2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
Model | Grand Vitara | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |