2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2006 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 340 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |