2006 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki SX4 and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (128 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki SX4 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SX4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
