2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |