2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 175 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 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
