2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
