2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | FR-V | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
