2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | X90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
