2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
