2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Trafic. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Renault |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
