2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
