2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
