2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 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 4 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
