2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 80 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 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
