2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
